Copy of last letter from Padraic Pearse to his mother, Margaret Pearse, written in Kilmainham Jail, expressing his love for her and saying goodbye to her and to "Wow-Wow, M.B., Willie, Miss Byrne, Cousin Maggie, and everyone at St. Enda's",
1916 May 3.
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| Summary: | Pearse states that he has written two papers on his financial affairs and advises her on the location of some of his poems.. He declares that he is "to die a soldier's death for Ireland and for freedom" and asks her not to grieve for him. |
| In collection: | Autograph letters signed collection, ca. 1603-ca. 1972 |
| Format: | Manuscript |
| Language: | English |
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| Notes: | Two copies included. Physical description: 2 items (2 pages). more |
| Arrangement: | Sub-fonds. |
As a digital copy of this item is available, the original will not be issued.
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MS 49,491/2/660L |
Manuscripts Reading Room |
Manuscripts |
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